Gorebyss (Ubers SmashPass)

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I don't even have a Shell to Smash​

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[Overview]

<p>Black and White intoduced a new set-up move, which completely changed the metagame: Shell Smash. This amazing move grants the user +2 Attack, Special Attack, and Speed, while lowering its defenses by one stage. It's no surprise, (remove comma) that this move would be abused by Pokemon who get Baton Pass—and Gorebyss is no exception. Gorebyss gets the a niche in Ubers over other Shell Smash users because of her wonderful ability, Swift Swim, which takes use of one of the most common weathers in Ubers(—)rain. Her Water-type STAB also makes use of the same weather, boosting Surf and Hydro Pumps further by 50% 1.5. However, Gorebyss has no true defenses to speak of, and she receives a very tough competition for Smeargle, who can use Spore in conjuction with Shell Smash and Baton Pass.</p>

[SET]
name: Smash Pass
move 1: Shell Smash
move 2: Baton Pass
move 3: Surf / Hydro Pump
move 4: Ice Beam
item: White Herb
nature: Modest
ability: Swift Swim
evs: 4 HP / 252 SpA / 252 Spe

[Set Comments]

<p>Gorebyss is one of the best Baton Pass users in the tier, because with Shell Smash it she (be consistent if you're going to refer to Gorebyss as a she) only requires one turn of set-up. The bonus benefit she gets has over Smeargle is her ability, Swift Swim. Rain is very common in Ubers, and not only does it double Gorebyss's Speed, but it also pumps up Surf's power further. In rain, Gorebyss can outspeed and revenge kill Mewtwo and Pokemon slower than her up to Darkrai's Speed, as it she reaches 406 Speed. Smash Pass is a strategy that is very effective and hard to stop. Because Shell Smash boosts all the offensive stats (Attack, Special Attack, and Speed), once Gorebyss has Baton Passed to the appropriate sweeper, it's nearly guaranteed that your opponent will have a tough time against it. However, Gorebyss is very frail, so in order to get this strategy working Gorebyss must come in and out very quickly. The choice between White Herb and Life Orb is up to you; White Herb is the preferred option, as it cancels the defensive drops, allowing putting the recipient at less risk sweep better. Life Orb, however, grants Gorebyss a lot of power. For Example, Hydro Pump in rain after a Shell Smash boost and in rain Gorebyss does 77.97% - 91.83% to standard defensive Dialga. Thus, Hydro Pump is a viable option over Surf if running Life Orb.</p>

[Additional Comments]

<p>It should be noted that it's very important to scout the opponent's team before you send in Gorebyss. Gorebyss might Shell Smash for nothing and waste her only White Herb, ruining the sweep before it even begins therefore the sweep is ruined. Moreover, a surprise phazer might get out of nowhere, and if Gorebyss cannot kill it, she has Shell Smashed for nothing. Kyogre is mandatory for the rain support, which gives Gorebyss her main niche over Smeargle. Wobbuffet is also is a good partner, as it can Encore Pokemon and lock them into a non-threatening move such as Swords Dance or Stealth Rock, allowing Gorebyss to come in safely and Shell Smash up. If you wish to go the most offensive route, a Dual Screener such as Latios or Deoxys-S is recommended, so that Gorebyss can set up on a broader range of targets lifespan will extend.</p>

<p>Groudon is a big annoyance to Gorebyss, as it takes away rain and your Speed boost with it (before Shell Smash). Mixed Rayquaza can lure in Groudon and Lugia, two common phazers in Ubers, and OHKO Groudon with Draco Meteor, while Lugia will take a lot of damage from it. Dialga is an amazing recipient because it is very versatile. Plus, Additionally, Dialga resists ExtremeSpeed and Shadow Sneak, two of the most common priority moves in Ubers. can come in Giratina-O's Shadow Sneak, outspeed it and OHKO with Dragon-type moves. Other good recipients are bulky Pokemon with a wide coverage, such as Groudon, Zekrom, or Mewtwo. Gorebyss can be used to pass boosts to set-up sweepers, such as Mewtwo, to make their sweep easier. Gorebyss can usually only pull off a Smash Pass only once, because White Herb activates only once, so things that will limit Gorebyss's lifespan should be removed, such as Toxic Spikes. Fast Taunt users, such as Deoxys-S and Thundurus, or Rapid Spinners, such as Tentacruel, Forretress, and Excadrill, excel at keeping Toxic Spikes off the field.</p>

[Other Options]
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<p>Gorebyss doesn't really have any other options. Gorebyss can only land some damage with Surf or Hydro Pump, and Ice Beam. Gorebyss should never invest in any defense, as Gorebyss's defenses are pathetic by Ubers standards. is more offensively oriented than defesively in the Ubers environment.</p>

[Checks and Counters]

<p>The first step in countering Gorebyss is taking out removing rain. Groudon is the best option since sun weakens Gorebyss's STAB moves, but Tyranitar and Hippowdon are also options., Hippowdon, and Tyranitar excel at this job, especially Groudon who uses sun to decrease Surf's and Hydro Pump's power. Gorebyss is very frail, in the Ubers metagame, thus so hitting hard and hitting fast should do the job. Priority users, such as Arceus and Giratina-O, can bypass Gorebyss's boosts and strike very hard, with or without the defense drop. Dialga, defensive Kyogre, and Giratina-O can phaze Gorebyss with Dragon Tail or Roar, respectively. Kyogre gets the bonus of resisting all of Gorebyss's moves, and Dialga can tank them due to its with its huge amounts of bulk. Gorebyss can only Baton Pass once without defense drops, so if you can scare her out, then you have probably avoided the worst.</p>

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